Friday, December 1, 2017

Very Creamy

So on Sept 7 of this year, i decided i wanted to play around with making creamed honey. Since then i have  made 3 batches.
The difference between regular honey and creamed honey,(also called whipped honey or spun honey) is the size and shape of the crystals in it. When honey naturally crystallizes the crystals are fairly large and sharp. You can definitely feel them when the honey coats your tongue. In creamed honey the crystals are oval and smooth, hence giving it a creamy mouth feel.  Under the right conditions, you can make creamed honey in a week or two depending on the temperature. Mine is taking longer as its been warmer in the room i have it stored.
So since this is the first time i ever made creamed honey, i had to buy seed. (fancy name for bought creamed honey). But next year i will be able to use my own. Make sure you start with clear crystal free honey.
Anyways in a jar of honey i removed a heaping spoonful of honey, then i Incorporated the same amount of seed honey. Stir to mix completely, you will see the white steaks when you first start stirring.
Once blended in, put the lid on and leave in a cooler place. Once set you can try it and feel the difference in the size of the crystals. Either way, both honey's are delish.




2 comments:

  1. I love reading your blog and I always learn something new! Wish I could stop by and taste your creamed honey!

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  2. Maybe when we retire i will deliver you some honey. Thanks Suzanne, you have always supported my blog. I appreciate it.

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